Rene Cardenas
About Rene Cardenas
Rene Cardenas serves as the Vice President of Strategic Planning at iTradeNetwork, Inc., a position he has held since 2016. He has a diverse professional background with previous roles at D+H, The Aji Network, Fiserv, and Clarisonic, and holds an MBA from Middlebury College-Monterey Institute of International Studies.
Work at iTradeNetwork
Rene Cardenas has held the position of Vice President of Strategic Planning at iTradeNetwork, Inc. since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the company, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and driving growth initiatives. His tenure at iTradeNetwork spans eight years, during which he has contributed to the company's strategic planning processes and decision-making frameworks.
Previous Experience in Client Relations and Operations
Before joining iTradeNetwork, Rene Cardenas worked as a Client Relations Manager at D+H from 2014 to 2016. In this role, he managed client relationships and ensured customer satisfaction. Prior to that, he served as an Operations Administrator at The Aji Network from 2004 to 2008, where he was involved in operational management. Additionally, he worked at Fiserv as a Business Process Analyst II/Operations Account Manager from 2011 to 2014, focusing on business process improvements.
Educational Background
Rene Cardenas earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Middlebury College-Monterey Institute of International Studies, completing his studies from 2008 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Santa Clara University, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in strategic planning and operations management.
Career Development and Early Roles
Rene Cardenas began his career as a Market Analyst/Consultant at Clarisonic in 2010, where he worked for three months. His early professional experience also includes a role as an Operations Administrator at The Aji Network from 2004 to 2008. These positions contributed to his development in market analysis and operational management, setting the stage for his future roles in client relations and strategic planning.